The Business Uplifted PodcastFri, 30 Jun 2017 13:57:57 +0000Mon, 05 Nov 2018 18:30:47 +0000Libsyn WebEngine 2.0http://businessuplifted.com/podcast/
enhttp://businessuplifted.com/podcast/info@businessuplifted.com (info@businessuplifted.com)http://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/9/1/4/0/9140ffe786d46881/BU_podcast_logo_v5_clean.jpgThe Business Uplifted PodcastBusiness Upliftedbabyboomer,business,businessuplifted,empowerment,engagement,genx,leadership,management,millennial,unlearningyeskirk@businessuplifted.comepisodic#18 - Venting in the workplace. Good or Bad?Fri, 30 Jun 2017 13:57:57 +0000In this podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about the impact that venting in the workplace can have on the whole team. Aly talks about her experience as the person always being vented to and how she handles the conversations. Their discussion centers around a recent study in the European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology about the long term impact of venting.

]]>In this podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about the impact that venting in the workplace can have on the whole team. Aly talks about her experience as the person always being vented to and how she handles the conversations. Their discussion centers around a recent study in the European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology about the long term impact of venting.

]]>27:55yesanger,management,leadership,workplace,emotions,employee,engagement,teamwork,frustration,venting#17 - When the career you have isn't the one you wantMon, 19 Jun 2017 12:33:59 +0000

In this podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about when the career you have isn't the one you want. Whether you are just starting your career or you are 20+ years into it, you may have a feeling that you want to take on a new career path. For many this would be too difficult of a journey but for some this career shift is what they have a passion for and it's worth taking the dive into a new career. Through this podcast they share their stories on how their careers have evolved and what you can do if you don't have the career that you want.

]]>In this podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about when the career you have isn't the one you want. Whether you are just starting your career or you are 20+ years into it, you may have a feeling that you want to take on a new career path. For many this would be too difficult of a journey but for some this career shift is what they have a passion for and it's worth taking the dive into a new career. Through this podcast they share their stories on how their careers have evolved and what you can do if you don't have the career that you want.

]]>30:07cleanbusiness,management,leadership,development,personal,career#16 - Surviving the crisis when everyone around you is leavingMon, 05 Jun 2017 14:50:41 +0000In this episode, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about surviving the crisis when everyone around you is leaving the company (including senior leaders). They share their real-life (and rather comical) stories of how they each have handled crisis situations and how organizations can minimize the impact turmoil has on the team with just a few simple steps.

]]>In this episode, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about surviving the crisis when everyone around you is leaving the company (including senior leaders). They share their real-life (and rather comical) stories of how they each have handled crisis situations and how organizations can minimize the impact turmoil has on the team with just a few simple steps.

]]>25:31cleanbusiness,leadership,team,crisis,workers,abandonment,leaving,communincation#15 - Catching the emotions of those around youMon, 08 May 2017 13:26:41 +0000In this podcast Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about what happens when we inadvertently catch the emotions of everyone around us. Twenty percent of the population is known to be highly empathetic and highly sensitive to the thoughts and feelings of the people around them, often absorbing the stresses of the environment around them.

They talk about their experiences of being highly empathetic in the workplace and the techniques each of them use to embrace their sensitivity in the workplace yet minimize its impact on our their own body, and Beth shares her a-ha moments from reading the book, The Empath’s Survival Guide by Dr. Judith Orloff.

]]>In this podcast Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about what happens when we inadvertently catch the emotions of everyone around us. Twenty percent of the population is known to be highly empathetic and highly sensitive to the thoughts and feelings of the people around them, often absorbing the stresses of the environment around them.

They talk about their experiences of being highly empathetic in the workplace and the techniques each of them use to embrace their sensitivity in the workplace yet minimize its impact on our their own body, and Beth shares her a-ha moments from reading the book, The Empath’s Survival Guide by Dr. Judith Orloff.

]]>26:21cleansenses,dr,workplace,empathy,emotions,experiences,sensitive,orloff,stresses,empathetic#14 - 3 Rules Managers are Taught that Disengage Our Teams (and what to do instead)Mon, 24 Apr 2017 15:33:44 +0000In this podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about the 3 rules they were taught as managers, or have witnessed in the workplace, that actually created disengaged teams. While we often blame the challenges with managing people on the various generations in the workplace. The reality is that it's not the generations in the workplace, but the “rules” that have been passed down from generation to generation that run deep in our company’s culture. Through this podcast they share their stories on how these rules led to more problems in the workplace and what you can do instead to avoid them.

]]>In this podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about the 3 rules they were taught as managers, or have witnessed in the workplace, that actually created disengaged teams. While we often blame the challenges with managing people on the various generations in the workplace. The reality is that it's not the generations in the workplace, but the “rules” that have been passed down from generation to generation that run deep in our company’s culture. Through this podcast they share their stories on how these rules led to more problems in the workplace and what you can do instead to avoid them.

]]>29:33cleanproblems,culture,workplace,team,managers,generations,rules,disengagement#13 - Creating a Simply Irresistible WorkplaceFri, 07 Apr 2017 17:41:55 +0000In this podcast, Mandy, Aly and Beth talk about how to create a simply irresistible workplace. They discuss three areas that managers and business owners can address to create a workplace where the employees are engaged. Today only 33% of the workforce is engaged in their work. This episode explores the Business Uplifted's process they use to help teams become more engaged.

You can learn more about how we use this approach to help improve team and employee engagement by check out our signature program "Improving Team Engagement".

https://businessuplifted.com/improving-team-engagement-program/

]]>In this podcast, Mandy, Aly and Beth talk about how to create a simply irresistible workplace. They discuss three areas that managers and business owners can address to create a workplace where the employees are engaged. Today only 33% of the workforce is engaged in their work. This episode explores the Business Uplifted's process they use to help teams become more engaged.

You can learn more about how we use this approach to help improve team and employee engagement by check out our signature program "Improving Team Engagement".

https://businessuplifted.com/improving-team-engagement-program/

]]>30:26cleanimproving,workplace,team,engagement#12 - The 3 steps to solving any problem with your teamMon, 27 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +0000In this podcast, Mandy, Patrick and Aly talk about the 3R’s approach that they use to help teams solve their own problems with a new level of thinking. Scientists say we have 60,000-80,000 thoughts a day- most of which are recycled from previous thoughts. With so much old programming, old beliefs, and habits running our decisions, it is often difficult to solve problems with a new set of ideas and solutions. This episode explores the 3R process they use to help teams.

You can learn more about how we use this approach to help improve team and employee engagement by check out our signature program "Improving Team Engagement".

]]>In this podcast, Mandy, Patrick and Aly talk about the 3R’s approach that they use to help teams solve their own problems with a new level of thinking. Scientists say we have 60,000-80,000 thoughts a day- most of which are recycled from previous thoughts. With so much old programming, old beliefs, and habits running our decisions, it is often difficult to solve problems with a new set of ideas and solutions. This episode explores the 3R process they use to help teams.

You can learn more about how we use this approach to help improve team and employee engagement by check out our signature program "Improving Team Engagement".

]]>35:04cleana,problem,solving,with,working,team,managers,employee,engagement#11 - Superhero SyndromeThu, 09 Mar 2017 23:00:27 +0000In this Superhero Syndrome podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about Superhero Syndrome. Many individuals and even companies can relate to trying to be the one that saves the day. The one that solves the big problem. The breakout star! In our efforts to be the superhero, we often find ourselves overcommitting, outsourcing our success, and trying to replicate others’ superhero story. In this podcast, they share tips on how to move away from superhero syndrome and climb the ladder to your own personal best.

]]>In this Superhero Syndrome podcast, Mandy, Aly, and Beth talk about Superhero Syndrome. Many individuals and even companies can relate to trying to be the one that saves the day. The one that solves the big problem. The breakout star! In our efforts to be the superhero, we often find ourselves overcommitting, outsourcing our success, and trying to replicate others’ superhero story. In this podcast, they share tips on how to move away from superhero syndrome and climb the ladder to your own personal best.

]]>17:09clean#10 - Leggo the EgoTue, 28 Feb 2017 01:44:40 +0000In this episode, Mandy Curry, Aly Gregg, and Beth Bossio talk about how to "Leggo the Ego." They talk about the impact ego has on each of us and our companies. They share stories of when ego led them down the wrong path and their tips to overcome ego in the workplace.

]]>In this episode, Mandy Curry, Aly Gregg, and Beth Bossio talk about how to "Leggo the Ego." They talk about the impact ego has on each of us and our companies. They share stories of when ego led them down the wrong path and their tips to overcome ego in the workplace.

]]>17:50yesego,business,workplace,leaders#9 - How to Fall in love with your customer againFri, 27 Jan 2017 14:49:08 +0000In this episode, Mandy Curry, Aly Gregg, and Beth Bossio talk about "How to fall in love with your customer again." They cover the three tried and true ways to overcome the frustration (and let's face it, if you've been in customer service you know what we mean) so that you can love your customer again. You'll hear them talk about how important your department's higher purpose is in making this shift, how to better organize your day to put the customer first and how to meet each customer where they are in their journey. Beth shares her stories about putting all of this into practice at their Christmas Tree Farm. It's humorous and insightful. If you have external customers or even internal customers, you'll find their tips to improve each interaction with your customer helpful and uplifting!

]]>In this episode, Mandy Curry, Aly Gregg, and Beth Bossio talk about "How to fall in love with your customer again." They cover the three tried and true ways to overcome the frustration (and let's face it, if you've been in customer service you know what we mean) so that you can love your customer again. You'll hear them talk about how important your department's higher purpose is in making this shift, how to better organize your day to put the customer first and how to meet each customer where they are in their journey. Beth shares her stories about putting all of this into practice at their Christmas Tree Farm. It's humorous and insightful. If you have external customers or even internal customers, you'll find their tips to improve each interaction with your customer helpful and uplifting!

]]>31:50clean #8 - Business Planning: What happens when you don't have the end in mind?Thu, 12 Jan 2017 16:30:28 +0000In this episode, Mandy Curry and Aly Gregg share their thoughts and experiences on the process of business planning. Traditional advice is to always begin with the end in mind. Countless books have been written about it, including Michael Gerber’s latest book, “Beyond the E-Myth.” In this podcast, they talk about what it means and whether businesses really should plan with the end in mind and what happens when you don't. It’s a short insightful look at what’s most important in the process of planning.

]]>In this episode, Mandy Curry and Aly Gregg share their thoughts and experiences on the process of business planning. Traditional advice is to always begin with the end in mind. Countless books have been written about it, including Michael Gerber’s latest book, “Beyond the E-Myth.” In this podcast, they talk about what it means and whether businesses really should plan with the end in mind and what happens when you don't. It’s a short insightful look at what’s most important in the process of planning.

]]>19:11cleanthe,in,business,start,with,end,planning,mind,beginning,begin #7 - Dysfunctional Educational EnvironmentsWed, 04 Jan 2017 21:20:41 +0000In this episode, hosts Mandy Curry and Aly Gregg talk with Beth Bossio, their co-founder in Business Uplifted, about the education environment. If you’re in the education environment or in a corporate setting, you can likely relate to Beth’s story. This episode deep dives into the power of communication, when ego impacts your mission, and what happens when we ASSUME.

]]>In this episode, hosts Mandy Curry and Aly Gregg talk with Beth Bossio, their co-founder in Business Uplifted, about the education environment. If you’re in the education environment or in a corporate setting, you can likely relate to Beth’s story. This episode deep dives into the power of communication, when ego impacts your mission, and what happens when we ASSUME.

]]>29:35yes#6 - 2017: Be the Change You Want to SeeWed, 21 Dec 2016 13:39:12 +0000In this episode, Mandy, Aly, and Patrick talk about Workplace Wellness. But not yoga balls and kombucha-wellness (to Mandy's disappointment). In this podcast they discuss wellness in terms of toxic environments - how bad behavior in the workplace ultimately impacts us, and how the "if you can't beat them, join them" mentality ends up taking us down a path of disengagement and judgement toward our team. They discuss ways to move away from toxic environments and start to become the change you want to see in your organization.

]]>In this episode, Mandy, Aly, and Patrick talk about Workplace Wellness. But not yoga balls and kombucha-wellness (to Mandy's disappointment). In this podcast they discuss wellness in terms of toxic environments - how bad behavior in the workplace ultimately impacts us, and how the "if you can't beat them, join them" mentality ends up taking us down a path of disengagement and judgement toward our team. They discuss ways to move away from toxic environments and start to become the change you want to see in your organization.

]]>30:28clean#5 - CEO Confessions: Mistakes I Made & Lessons I LearnedWed, 14 Dec 2016 12:38:57 +0000In this episode, Mandy Curry talks with Patrick Esposito, one of Business Uplifted's co-founders, about his lessons learned as a startup CEO. Patrick gives advice for other leaders and managers on how to scale business, preventing burnout, setting strategy, and what he's had to unlearn over the years. Their stories help listeners rethink why things are happening in their organizations so that they can reset and revive their team.

]]>In this episode, Mandy Curry talks with Patrick Esposito, one of Business Uplifted's co-founders, about his lessons learned as a startup CEO. Patrick gives advice for other leaders and managers on how to scale business, preventing burnout, setting strategy, and what he's had to unlearn over the years. Their stories help listeners rethink why things are happening in their organizations so that they can reset and revive their team.

]]>39:44cleanbusiness,ceo,management,leadership,strategy,genx,burnout,engagement,incentives,rewards,empowerment,hierarchy,millennial,unlearning,uplifted#4 - How craving "The Carrot" in the workplace wreaks havocWed, 30 Nov 2016 17:08:34 +0000In this podcast, Mandy and Aly talk about how rewards and incentives can have a negative impact on organizations. Mandy talks about her experience leading a team with "the carrot" and the challenges it produced. Do incentives really drive lasting and sustainable performance anyway? They cover all of this in this podcast.

To learn more about Business Uplifted check us out at: http://businessuplifted.com

]]>In this podcast, Mandy and Aly talk about how rewards and incentives can have a negative impact on organizations. Mandy talks about her experience leading a team with "the carrot" and the challenges it produced. Do incentives really drive lasting and sustainable performance anyway? They cover all of this in this podcast.

To learn more about Business Uplifted check us out at: http://businessuplifted.com

]]>34:34cleanbusiness,management,leadership,genx,engagement,incentives,rewards,empowerment,hierarchy,millennial,babyboomer,unlearning,uplifted#3 - Hierarchy and its Impact on OrganizationsTue, 15 Nov 2016 20:48:56 +0000In this podcast, Mandy and Aly talk about hierarchy and the negative impact it can have on organizations. With very few managers having the natural talent to manage, that leaves those in authority left to rely on policies, procedures, and fear based processes to lead their team.

With employees yearning for fewer layers of hierarchy, organizations are struggling to catch up and evolve to meet the needs of its team. All of which is creating an unsettling and lack of engagement with employees in organizations.

To learn more about Business Uplifted check us out at: http://businessuplifted.com

]]>In this podcast, Mandy and Aly talk about hierarchy and the negative impact it can have on organizations. With very few managers having the natural talent to manage, that leaves those in authority left to rely on policies, procedures, and fear based processes to lead their team.

With employees yearning for fewer layers of hierarchy, organizations are struggling to catch up and evolve to meet the needs of its team. All of which is creating an unsettling and lack of engagement with employees in organizations.

To learn more about Business Uplifted check us out at: http://businessuplifted.com

]]>33:59yesbusiness,management,leadership,genx,engagement,empowerment,hierarchy,millennial,babyboomer,unlearning,businessuplifted#2 - The Accidental Fear-Based CultureTue, 15 Nov 2016 20:11:25 +0000In this podcast, Mandy and Aly talk about companies that have accidentally created fear-based cultures in an effort to drive performance results. They’ll cover in detail how this leads to unethical behaviors, disengaged employees, more burden on the client, and the use of more burdening P’s on the company (protocol, processes, policy, and procedure).

]]>In this podcast, Mandy and Aly talk about companies that have accidentally created fear-based cultures in an effort to drive performance results. They’ll cover in detail how this leads to unethical behaviors, disengaged employees, more burden on the client, and the use of more burdening P’s on the company (protocol, processes, policy, and procedure).

]]>30:05cleanbased,business,culture,management,fear,leadership,genx,engagement,empowerment,millennial,babyboomer,unlearning,businessuplifted#1 - The BeginningTue, 15 Nov 2016 18:43:03 +0000The Beginning! In this first episode, hosts Mandy Curry and Aly Gregg talk about the lessons they were taught as Gen X’er growing up in the ranks of corporate America. Through their humorous satire stories, Mandy and Aly share how these lessons have caused excessive employee burden and (dis)engagement in our organizations and how to unlearn what we’ve been taught in order to uplift our business. As Einstein said, “We can’t solve today’s problems with the same level of thinking that created them.” Their stories help listeners rethink why things are happening in their organizations so that they can reset and revive their team.

]]>The Beginning! In this first episode, hosts Mandy Curry and Aly Gregg talk about the lessons they were taught as Gen X’er growing up in the ranks of corporate America. Through their humorous satire stories, Mandy and Aly share how these lessons have caused excessive employee burden and (dis)engagement in our organizations and how to unlearn what we’ve been taught in order to uplift our business. As Einstein said, “We can’t solve today’s problems with the same level of thinking that created them.” Their stories help listeners rethink why things are happening in their organizations so that they can reset and revive their team.